Striking Chicago Symphony Orchestra musicians received a “last, best and final offer” during negotiations over the weekend, according to a statement Monday from the organization that oversees the CSO.
The statement from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association said the musicians union is “considering the offer.”
Eileen Chambers, spokeswoman for the CSOA, said it was “premature” to discuss details of the offer.
The Chicago Federal of Musicians issued a statement: “After weekend-long negotiations, the Musicians of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s negotiating committee will present results of the talks to the membership tonight. Results of the meeting will be available at the conclusion of the meeting.”
The musicians, who have been on strike since March 11, said management’s previously proposed salary increases were “inadequate.” The CSOA also wants to replace musicians’ traditional pension plan with a defined contribution plan.
Scheduled orchestra performances through April 9 have been canceled or postponed.
